Lesha Vance
Anderson,SC
Summary
I started my career at Electrolux in 2003 as a Production Associate. I worked my way to Team Lead position and was promoted to Production supervisor and have continued this role for 10 years. Along the way I have also served as a back up Shift Manager. I have taken up several classes to improve my growth and career. I managed the startup and operations of our new facility Bronco. Served on Electrolux Safety Committee. Member of the Hire Committee. Facilitated and Participated in 5 areas of the 5S Projects.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Electrolux Home Care Products Ltd.
Anderson, SC
03.2003 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved on-time delivery of finished products through efficient coordination of resources and close monitoring of production progress against deadlines.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for energy conservation and waste reduction throughout the facility.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning, scheduling routine checkups, and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently to ensure availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production runs while avoiding excess stockpiles.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Streamlined production workflows for increased throughput and reduced lead times with a focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing staff schedules, shift rotations, and overtime assignments.
- Developed, recorded and produced production reports with Software and Software.
- Contributed to workforce planning efforts by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on historical trends and projected future demand.
- Supported new product launches by overseeing pilot runs and working closely with R&D teams to fine-tune manufacturing processes prior to full-scale production rollout.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing on raw materials without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
- Analyzed and created reports to determine profit margins, trends and inventory levels.
- Established Number Type and Type management plans, policies and procedures to reduce operating budget by Number%.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets for the department while identifying areas for potential cost savings and efficient resource utilization.
- Created informative documents with Software to provide clear direction to employees on how to produce, package and label products.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
Education
Diploma -
Thornwell High School
Clinton, SCSkills
- Training Within Industry(TWI) Job Relations
- Plant KPIs
- 5D improvements
- Quality performance
- Workplace Violence Training
-Training on group Anti - Corruption Policy
-Diversity and Inclusion
- Excel and Microsoft
-Communication Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Kronos
- ISO
- Multitask
Accomplishments
I have accomplished Electrolux Code of Conduct, Antitrust , Preventing Workplace Harassment, Recognizing Conflicts of Interest and Resolving Conflicts of Interest,and Diversity and Inclusion at Electrolux. I was choosen to start up the New Facility which included collaboration with other supervisor,brazers,and Shift mangers.My expertise was Lead to us meeting our goals on a Production Line that was not achieving Production Goals. I also was chosen to train new incoming supervisor who have also in their new positions.
Certification
-5D certification
- Certified Yellow Gear
- Certified Green Gear
- Certified Brazer
- EMS
- Leadership and Development
- Lock, Tag, and try
- SAP
- TWI Job Relations
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Electrolux Home Care Products Ltd.
03.2003 - Current
Diploma -
Thornwell High School